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Lightweight, it's warm no matter what.
On a cruise, upscale casual, very Tommy Bahama
Sunscreen, I really, really mean it
Whatever you can bring that might not break your heart if it gets a little water on it, it's more than possible
hat, SUNSCREEN, swimsuit, snorkeling gear, usually provided for you
Don't step on the sea slugs, it's just rude. Leave a Comment
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You don't need to carry a whole lot of stuff.
You sure enough don't need a parka. Bring a lot of short pants and t-shirts. Also, bring sandals for the beach particularly the black sanded Venus Beach.
Lots and lots of sun screen.
A 35mm camera and as much film as you think you need. Leave a Comment
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Bring shoes that can be worn in the water. You need to look out for poisonous fish and sharp coral when you snorkel.
Bring plenty of suntan lotion. It is very overpriced in most of the resort areas. Expect to pay $15-$20 per bottle. Leave a Comment
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BIG PADLOCKS ON YOUR SUITCASE, PAPEETE AIRPORT HAS A BIT OF A REPUTATION OF STAFF RIFLING THROUGH YOUR BAGS AND HELPING THEMSELVES
DURING THE SUMMER, IT IS ALWAYS WARM, ESPECIALLY AT NIGHTIME, HOWEVER IN BORA BORA OR MOOREA THEY DO HAVE QUITE A FEW SHOWERS, AND THESE SHOWERS REALLY GET YOU WET.
CONDOMS, INSECT STUFF AND LOTS OF AFTERSUN
AS MOST THINGS ARE IMPORTED IN BATTERIES AND FILMS CAN BE A BIT PRICEY. Leave a Comment
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ELECTRICITY: runs at 110 or 220 volts, so you'll need an adaptor. OTHER: Sunscreen is highly recommended, as are loose fitting casual clothing, a small flashlight, and aqua socks (for walking on coral). CURRENCY: French Polynesia uses the Cour de Franc Pacifique (CFP). It's exchange rate is approximately 100 to 1 US dollar. You'll find the best exchange rates at banks, although you'll pay approximately a $4.00 fee for the transaction. Although most places accept credit cards, you should have cash on hand for those places that don't. Many places will accept US Dollars, so don't exchange all your cash at once. Leave a Comment
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Less is best as the interisland transportation won't take excess luggage.
Rain can come unexpectedly so bring something waterproof. Aquashoes are good as well. Overall, travel light as not much clothing is necessary through the day and dressing up at night is a casual affair. But prepare to change a few times each day with all the activities and being in and out of the water a lot.
Things such as sunscreen, medicine and the like are really expensive so bring a lot.
Same goes for film. Everything is 220V in French Polynesia so bring adaptors for recharging.
Your own snorkelling equipment is a plus as it will save you the hassle of checking it in and out every day at special hours.
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